Hello

[Franky]

Hi everyone. I decided to join this forum after joining another site a few days ago and sharing my story for the first time. Unfortunately that one wasn't very active so I din't really get any replies to my story which kind of sucked since I was looking to talk to people with a similar experience to me. Anyway, I thought I would try and look for another forum and here I am. 

I think I will try to talk about my story again soon. 

Edited May 22, 2020 by Franky

[MeBeMary]

Hi Franky,

Welcome to AfterSilence. I am very sorry for the trauma you have gone thru, but do know you found a safe and supportive site. Our members are understanding and kind. You will find many who can relate in one way or another. You are not alone.

Feel free to look around the site and interact when you are ready. Wishing you the best as you continue this journey in healing.

Mary

[missfrier]

Dear franky

I am sorry for all that you have been through.   You have been so brave in reaching out to us, please know that this is never easy!   We are all here for you and we want to support you.  You're not alone in your healing journey and are always welcome to lean on us for extra support.  You can post as much or as little as you like.  We are here to support you in the way you need.  I have found this community to be very helpful.  Everyone is so understanding and non-judgmental and I am hoping you feel the same way once you've gotten to know us a little.   

All my best,
missfrier

[8888]

Welcome @Franky to After Silence.  I’m sorry for what brought you here but I’m happy you are here reaching out for support.  Good job taking this step in your healing process.  You are not alone and what happened to you wasn’t your fault.  Take your time exploring and post when you are ready.  If you have any questions feel free to message me. 

[Capulet]

Hi Franky,

Welcome to After Silence!!!  I'm sorry you found there to be a lack of support at the other site you've visited, but I do hope you will find us to be a very welcoming community.  

Just so you know, we have a forum that is JUST for sharing stories - it will automatically unlock and show up for you after you have reached 10 postings - they can be new boards or they can be replies to others.  Once you have hit 10, though, you will be able to post in that forum - but please be advised that is where most of the content will be extremely triggering, so only visit if you're in a good frame of mind, ok?   In the meantime, we have many other boards and topics you can browse.  Feel free to explore and when you're ready, we'll be here to listen.

Wishing you all the best,
Capulet

[snmls]

Welcome Franky, 

I am hoping that you will find the support you are looking for on this site. This is a wonderful, supportive community and we are all here to help each other heal. Take a look around the site and then post whenever you feel ready. Wishing you the best. 

[Franky]

Thanks for all your replies and advice. I'm scared but also feeling positive in taking this step. Thank you all for being so welcoming.

[madeline_h]

Hi @Franky - saw your message on my welcome post and wanted to say hi back

[Poppy_]

Hi, @Franky - 

Welcome to After Silence! I am sorry you went to a site that wasn't very active or responsive - I hope this is a better fit for you! Just keep looking around and post when you feel confutable There's no pressure at all, so just post when you feel ready! Our love and support will be here when you need it. 

If you need anything all, please let me know! I'm just a quick message away any time. 

Supporting you,
Poppy